31 May 2026
World Cup 2026 Group F preview: teams, favourites & predictions
Group F of the 2026 World Cup lines up Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia and Sweden. With the top two and the best third-placed teams advancing to the new Round of 32, there is room for surprises.
| Team | Confederation |
|---|---|
| Netherlands | UEFA (Europe) |
| Japan | AFC (Asia) |
| Tunisia | CAF (Africa) |
| Sweden | UEFA (Europe) |
On paper, the Netherlands look like the group favourites, with Japan their closest challenger and Sweden a possible dark horse. Make your own call on who finishes where in the predictor.
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